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P837 MVX

1997 Ford Scorpio

Purple Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,568 mi
Last recorded76,568 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2010
Typical for 1997 Ford Scorpio106,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP837 MVX
MakeFord
ModelScorpio
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 26 Apr 2010 76,568 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 71,072 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 May 2008 66,463 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 60,467 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 May 2006 56,815 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Ford Scorpio?

Based on 105,492 MOT tests across 19,759 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
4,356
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
19,759
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,112
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,799
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 6,622
Brake pipe excessively corroded 6,370
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,115
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P837 MVX is a 1997 Ford Scorpio in Purple with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Ford Scorpio models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 106,063 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Scorpio fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,112 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P837 MVX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Scorpio typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Ford Scorpio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P837 MVX?

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What year was P837 MVX registered?

P837 MVX is a 1997 Ford Scorpio, first registered on 24 January 1997.

Is P837 MVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P837 MVX shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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